extremely

adverb

ex·​treme·​ly ik-ˈstrēm-lē How to pronounce extremely (audio)
Synonyms of extremelynext
1
: in an extreme manner
2
: to an extreme extent

Examples of extremely in a Sentence

an extremely hot day
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Thanks to the stunning views, its adjoining bar and terrace is extremely popular with locals who crowd in. Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 2 June 2026 Microsoft said the improved qubit stability, combined with operation speeds measured in microseconds and extremely small qubit dimensions, has strengthened its confidence in reaching a scalable quantum computer by the end of the decade. Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 2 June 2026 In extremely dense fog where visibility is near zero, the best course of action is to first turn on your hazard lights, then simply pull into a safe location such as a parking lot of a local business, and stop. Ca Weather Bot, Sacbee.com, 2 June 2026 An integral part of a defence which performed extremely well for much of the season Lacroix is a leader in the team, so Palace would be especially reluctant to sell him. Matt Woosnam, New York Times, 2 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for extremely

Word History

First Known Use

1509, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of extremely was in 1509

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“Extremely.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/extremely. Accessed 8 Jun. 2026.

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